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Do I need different wheel nuts for alloys?

Do I need different wheel nuts for alloys?

Alloy wheels do use specific nuts and bolts depending on the manufacturer of your car or if you have purchased aftermarket alloys for your car. The most common things for you to check when buying a new set of alloy wheel nuts or bolts is the thread size and seat type.

Where is the locking wheel nut key on a Ford Focus?

Typically in the Ford Focus, You’ll find the locking wheel nut key in the glove box of the vehicle. That’s where it’s typically included when the original owner took delivery of the car.

How do you measure wheel nut covers?

The easiest way to get the correct size covers is to measure your existing wheel nut or bolt, you can do this by using a wheel brace or socket, simply find out which size fits your wheel nut or bolt and this will be the same size covers you need. We sell nut covers in 17mm, 19mm or 21mm sizes.

Can I use alloy wheel nuts on steel wheels?

Generally it is fair to say it is safe to use bolts or nuts for Alloys on steel wheels but NOT the other way around. This is due to the added length of the stud or bolt to suit the thickness of the alloy wheel.

What kind of wheel nuts do I need for a Ford Focus?

Tuner or slim fit nuts are used with these multi fitment wheels. Below are some options available to buy for Ford Focus wheel nuts. The Ford Focus wheel nuts above are for standard aftermarket alloy wheels and not the multi fitment style. Please check back soon for tuner slim fit nuts.

How big of nut do I need for alloy wheel?

Well the technical Specification for a Ford Focus alloy wheel nut is. 19mm Hex. 60 degree taper / conical seat. M12 x 1.5 thread. However there is a small difference in what nuts you will need depending on whether you are fitting genuine Ford or aftermarket alloy wheels.

When did Ford stop using alloy wheel nuts?

Be aware that Ford switched from the old style alloy wheel nuts to the new style Global wheel nuts in 2012. The reason for this is to standardise the wheel nuts on most Ford models and to reduce the amount of different wheel nuts that were used before.

How to find the correct tire size for a Ford Focus?

Ford Focus – Specs of wheel sizes, tires, PCD, Offset and Rims – Wheel-Size.com Ford Focus – Find out the correct alloy wheel fitment, PCD, offset and such specs as bolt pattern, thread size(THD), center bore(CB) for all model years of Ford Focus. Choose a model year to begin narrowing down the correct tire size

Where can I buy alloy wheel nuts for a Ford Focus?

A large quantity of affordable new lug nuts is available on eBay. As you shop for Ford Focus alloy wheel nuts or wheel nuts of any other material, you have to consider bundles. eBay offers a variety of bundles that includes other parts that may be beneficial when you’re replacing the nuts on your wheels.

Well the technical Specification for a Ford Focus alloy wheel nut is. 19mm Hex. 60 degree taper / conical seat. M12 x 1.5 thread. However there is a small difference in what nuts you will need depending on whether you are fitting genuine Ford or aftermarket alloy wheels.

How many Ford Focus rims are left in stock?

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